DIY Halloween Cardboard Creations Gain Popularity

Craft enthusiasts are turning everyday cardboard items into Halloween decorations and costumes. One guide shows how to upcycle a cardboard egg carton into three spooky wall portraits—a skull with a witch's hat, and two ghost figures—using paint, Sharpie markers, embroidery thread and simple frames. The project emphasizes low cost, quick assembly and the reuse of materials that would otherwise be recycled.

Another collection presents fifteen ideas for cardboard Halloween costumes, ranging from a cookie or Oreo costume to a cassette tape, LEGO block, Tetris shape, tractor, train and even a tandem bike. All designs rely on basic supplies such as a cardboard box, hot‑glue gun, box cutter and paint, offering inexpensive, customizable options for individuals and families preparing for the holiday.